Reviews
Are You Ready for Spring?
“Vivid photographs accompany the text, with explanatory balloons to highlight certain points. . . The book has a lot of ‘kid appeal’ with its pictures and descriptions of mud puddles, rain, and flying kites. Changes in nature are subtly woven in with everyday… View →
Are You Ready for Fall?
“Vivid photographs accompany the text, with explanatory balloons to highlight certain points. . . The book has a lot of ‘kid appeal’ with its pictures and descriptions of mud puddles, rain, and flying kites. Changes in nature are subtly woven in with everyday… View →
"Mrs. Riley Bought Five Itchy Aardvarks" and Other Painless Tricks for Memorizing Science Facts
“This short (48 pages), well-written, often cleverly phrased, entertaining, humorous, engaging, colorfully illustrated book should be in every school and public library.” —Science Books & Films View →
Plants and the Environment
“This set would be a great addition to any classroom or library trying to expose students around kindergarten age to beginning concepts in science.” —Science Books & Films View →
Animals and the Environment
“This set would be a great addition to any classroom or library trying to expose students around kindergarten age to beginning concepts in science.” —Science Books & Films View →
People and the Environment
“This set would be a great addition to any classroom or library trying to expose students around kindergarten age to beginning concepts in science.” —Science Books & Films View →
Rooftop Astronomer: A Story about Maria Mitchell
“. . .sure to hold a young reader’s attention.” —Science Books & Films View →
Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter
“Walker’s excellent book, written for elementary school children, describes fossils, explains the importance of fossil hunting, and discusses Anning’s role as a leading English collector. This book contains a chronology and a bibliography and belongs in every… View →
Benjamin Banneker: Pioneering Scientist
“This book about an African-American who lived during the time of the American revolution is a noteworthy contribution to literature than can stimulate interest in practical science and science careers for children of all colors.” —Science Books & View →
Los dinosaurios más mortíferos (The Deadliest Dinosaurs)
“The Spanish translation is accurate and accessible; and the appealing illustrations complement the texts well, introducing the facts in an accessible, fun way. . . Recommended for all libraries.” —Críticas View →
Gigantes marinos de la época de los dinosaurios (Sea Giants of Dinosaur Time)
“The Spanish translation is accurate and accessible; and the appealing illustrations complement the texts well, introducing the facts in an accessible, fun way. . . Recommended for all libraries.” —Críticas View →
A clases otra vez, Mallory (Back to School, Mallory)
“Friedman’s engaging writing style makes for enjoyable reading and, despite Mallory’s problems, there is a foundation of happiness within the novel that encourages readers and makes them want to hear more of the child’s story.” … View →
Sammy Spider's First Tu B'Shevat
“. . .a gentle celebration of the seasons, and a warm introduction to the holiday celebrating the birthday of the trees. . . colorful handmade papers and inventive papercuts are a bright and charming complement to the text.” —Dayton Jewish… View →
“. . .a cute little book. . . The photos here are delightful (the best show the children laughing), and the text is simple and sweet.” —Detroit Jewish News View →
Where Do People Go When They Die?
“. . .a beautiful book that will comfort both children and parents. . . What graceful writing – and on such a difficult subject. The illustrations are charming, thoughtful and inviting.” —Detroit Jewish News View →
The Road to Seneca Falls: A Story about Elizabeth Cady Stanton
“. . .a book that is enjoyable as well as informative. Black-and-white charcoal-and-pencil drawings provide a sense of the period.” —School Library Journal View →
Girl Power in the Classroom: A Book About Girls, Their Fears, and Their Future
“. . .will be popular browsing items with girls who want to know more about managing themselves and their lives.” —School Library Journal View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“This gorgeously illustrated picture book for animal lovers feels like it could become a Hanukkah classic. A funny and delightful Hanukkah read.”―Book Riot View →
“Readers, young and old, will chuckle at the story, appreciate the rabbi’s advice, and applaud Bernstein’s wise and creative adaptation. . . Great for all ages. . . you will say this book is ‘terrific, terrific!’” … View →
It's Fall!
“Glaser’s poetic text celebrates the sights, sounds, and activities of fall: jumping in leaves, watching animals prepare for winter, and planting bulbs for next spring. . . Swan’s cut-paper illustrations are bursting with color and movement, reminding us that even… View →